XI. Special Study Opportunities

Open Learning

The University of Guelph serves the learning needs of people of all ages whose educational requirements may not match the
program structure or services available through full-time undergraduate study. The adoption of the philosophy of lifelong
learning, changes in the demographic characteristics of our communities, the explosion of new knowledge, and the effect of
rapid technological advances on professional competence are major factors underlying the University's commitment towards alternative
approaches to providing education through open learning.